Why Rwanda?
Rwanda, the land of thousand hills
Rwanda is a patchwork quilt of many different landscapes and uncounted hills thus its global known name “Land of a Thousand Hills”. It is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity, with incredible wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest and sweeping plains.
Rwanda's breathtaking scenery and friendly people offer unique experiences in one of the most remarkable countries in the world. Travellers come from far and wide to catch a glimpse of the magnificent gorillas, yet there is so much more to see and experience. In the space of a week it is possible to experience many highlights thanks to the relatively compact size of our country.
PARKS
National Parks in Rwanda
Akagera National Park
Akagera is one of the biggest national parks in Rwanda. It's characterized by woodland, swamps, low mountains and savannah. The varied terrain shelters wildlife including zebra, giraffe, elephant, lion, antelope, buffalo, baboons, monkeys and hundreds of bird species, such as the rare shoebill stork and much more. The only way to explore the park is by vehicle, whether through a tour operator or self drive. The Akagera National Park also has a vehicle to hire, with individual spaces available on night drives. Sleeping within the park is possible, at various lodges, a bush camp in the north at select periods, or camping in specific sites.
Address:
4PC3+5J2, Akagera Road, Rwanda
Activities
- Game Drives
- Boat Trips
- Fishing
- Hiking
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes national park is a stop centre for all Rwanda gorilla safaris sheltering the highest number of mountain gorillas in the Virunga Conservation area. In addition to mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei), Volcanoes national park is home to golden monkeys (Cercopithecus mitis kandti), Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta), buffaloes (Syncerus caffer), elephants, black-fronted duiker (Cephalophus niger), and bushbuck (Tragelaphus scriptus). The park also harbors 178 bird species including at least 29 endemics to Rwenzori mountains and the Virungas.
Address:
HH9V+3WF, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
Activities
- Gorilla Trekking
- Gorden Monkey Trekking
- Volcano climbing
- Explore Musanze Caves
Nyungwe National Park
Suspended above a ravine in the lush montane rainforest of Nyungwe National Park, the canopy walkway provides an exhilarating perspective on the ancient treetops and wildlife. The 160m long and 70m high suspension bridge is accessible as part of a guided tour along the Igishigishigi trail, or to those hiking the Imbaraga or Umuyove trails. Nyungwe is rich in biodiversity and spectacularly beautiful. The mountainous region is teaming with wildlife, including a small population of chimpanzees as well as 12 other species of primate, including the L’Hoest’s monkey endemic to the Albertine Rift.
Address:
F7CH+P9 Luhonge, Rwanda
Activities
- Canopy Walk
- Nature Trail Hiking
- Birding
- chimpanzee Trekking
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